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Remove financial barriers to organ donation: experts
Taking the financial burden of organ donation off the shoulders of donors and their families is not only more fair, but it might also lead to more organs for transplant, experts say – and they urge Americans to find ethical […]
Bird flu detected in Ontario
Preliminary testing by the province of Ontario has confirmed the presence of H5 avian influenza on a turkey farm near Woodstock, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency said on Monday. The CFIA said it has placed the farm and a neighboring farm on […]
7 health foods that can be bad for you
Nutritionists are continually spouting the benefits of foods like tomatoes, avocados and fish, but overdoing these healthy food actually can be harmful. “Even nutritious food can be too much of a good thing if you eat it in too large […]
Health benefits of Indian spices
If spices are consumed in moderation you can derive health benefits, but an overdose of any spice can lead to indigestion or even ulcers. Cinnamon: This spice is aromatic and has a refreshing taste. You can add cinnamon in curries, […]
Gene mutation that causes autism found
Argentine scientists have discovered the gene mutation that causes autism, the country’s Ministry of Science, Technology and Productive Innovation announced Monday. According to the ministry’s website, a three-member team of researchers “who sequenced and decoded for the first time in […]
Clinics in Malaysia found using outdated sterilising equipment
Several clinics under the Klinik Nur Sejahtera chain have been using sterilising machines whose certificates of fitness expired between three months and nine years ago. The Auditor-General’s 2014 report said failure to renew the certificates could result in legal action […]
Peanuts can ward off food-borne illnesses
Peanuts can ward off food-borne illnesses by improving gut microflora. The human gut microflora plays an important role in the normal functioning of the body. Besides helping in digestion, it helps us combat infections from other microorganisms. Researchers have now […]
Opt for pay-per-entry gyms if you’re on a budget
If you want to get fit but are not ready to commit the cash for a long-term gym membership, pay-per-entry gyms are your best bet. For starters, they let you pay-and-go at your convenience, so you don’t have to sit […]
Obese people may be more sensitive to food smells
Obese people are better at detecting the scent of chocolate and find it more pleasant than non-obese people, according to a small UK study. Recent research suggests that smell plays a large role in people’s food intake, as the sense […]
Malaysian ministry seeks GST exemption for private specialists
The Malaysian Health Ministry is seeking Goods and Services Tax (GST) exemption for private specialists who are not employees of hospitals. Deputy Health Minister said this was to prevent confusion as health services rendered to the final consumer were exempted […]
